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About IMG Academy
Named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation in 2024, IMG Academy is the world's leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future, preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for all student-athletes through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:
- Boarding school and camps, via a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Fla.
- Online coaching via the IMG Academy+ brand, with a focus on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
- Online college recruiting, via the NCSA brand, providing content, tools, coaching and access to a network of 40,000 college coaches
Job Title: Postgraduate Assistant Football Coach, Seasonal
FLSA Classification: Seasonal (June–December)
Position Summary: The Seasonal Postgraduate Assistant Football Coach supports the delivery of the IMG Academy football program for postgraduate student-athletes. This role is responsible for assisting in the planning and execution of training sessions, position development, game preparation, and overall mentorship of student-athletes during the football season. The coach will work closely with the football staff, performance team, and academic support staff to ensure each student-athlete is progressing athletically, academically, and personally while preparing for college football opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the planning and delivery of daily football training sessions and position-specific development.
- Support the development and execution of practice plans, film review, and game preparation.
- Evaluate and monitor the athletic development and skill progression of postgraduate student-athletes.
- Partner with performance coaches, athletic trainers, and academic staff to support the holistic development of each student-athlete.
- Assist in preparing student-athletes mentally and physically for practices and competitions.
- Foster a positive, disciplined, and competitive team culture aligned with IMG Academy values.
- Serve as a mentor and role model for postgraduate student-athletes on and off the field.
- Support college placement efforts by assisting with athlete evaluations, film preparation, and communication with recruiting staff.
- Contribute to the retention and overall experience of student-athletes within the football program.
- Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents/guardians, and internal staff regarding development and program expectations.
- Assist with operational needs including team travel, events, and competitions.
- Ensure a safe training and competition environment for all participants.
- Travel with teams to games, showcases, and recruiting events as required.
- Adhere to all IMG Academy policies, procedures, and professional standards.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by football leadership.
Qualifications:
- Experience coaching and/or playing football at the collegiate or professional level.
- Strong knowledge of football fundamentals, position development, and practice organization.
- Ability to teach and develop student-athletes in a structured training environment.
- Strong commitment to the development of student-athletes both on and off the field.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary sports performance environment.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to mentor and positively influence postgraduate student-athletes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in sports management, education, or a related field.
- Previous experience working with high school or postgraduate student-athletes.
- Bilingual abilities.
- CPR/AED Certification.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to assist with team travel.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions for extended periods.
- Ability to move throughout campus facilities including fields, weight rooms, and meeting spaces.
- Ability to stand, demonstrate drills, and participate in on-field instruction.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays during the football season.
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Background Requirements:
- Requires a background check upon offer
- Requires a drug test upon offer
Benefits:As a full-time member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive offering listed below. Connect with your talent acquisition specialist to learn more about benefits for our part-time and seasonal/temporary roles.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
- 401k with an Employer Match
- Short Term and Long Term Disability
- Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D
- Gym Discount Program
- Pet Insurance
- Wellbeing Program
- and more!
Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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